Curbside Recycling is Coming to Foothills County

Starting in October 2026 residents of the Hamlets of Silvertip, Aldersyde, Blackie, Cayley and Hawks Landing will have access to new curbside recycling services. 

The new program is part of Alberta's Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) system for packaging and paper. Under the EPR system, companies are responsible for funding the recycling of their products once they are used.

Under Alberta's EPR framework, producers (the companies that supply packaging and paper) are responsible for funding and managing the recycling program. This means municipalities and taxpayers will not directly pay for the recycling collection service.

The recycling program will be managed by Circular Materials, a not-for-profit organization committed to building an efficient and effective packaging and paper recycling system across Alberta. Ready. Recycle. Repeat. | Circular Materials

When will I receive my recycling cart?

New recycling carts will be delivered to support new curbside collection services mid-to-late September 2026. T&T Disposal Services & Miller Waste Systems will deliver the carts. 

Residents are advised not to use their new carts before October 1, 2026.

Bin Size

Each household will receive a 360-litre recycling cart to hold your household's accepted recyclable materials.

Collection Frequency & Days

Bi-weekly - TUESDAYS - STARTING OCTOBER 13, 2026

  • Have your recycling cart out to the curb for collection by 7:00 a.m.
  • Place your cart at the curb with the wheels facing your home
  • Cart lid must be fully closed to minimize litter, reduce odour and protect materials from weather conditions
  • Place the cart at least 3 feet (approximately 1 metre) away from fences, vehicles, lamp posts, power lines and other obstacles
  • Flatten cardboard to no larger than 60 x 60
  • Ensure Containers are dry, empty and clean
  • Remove lids from glass containers; leave lids on all other containers
  • Place recyclables loose in your cart
  • Do Not put garbage and organics in with your recyclables

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What can I put in my recycling cart? 

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What does not go in my recycling cart?

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Need help?

For questions about what can be recycled, your cart and collection service, including missed pickups:

T&T Disposal Services & Miller Waste Systems

For general information about Alberta's recycling program, accepted materials, depots and the EPR system, visit Circular Materials: Customer Service | Circular Materials